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Is Nuchal Fold Dimension Of 6 Mm At 21 Week Of Pregnancy Normal?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I am 32 years old and 21 weeks pregnant , 20 week ultrasound Nuchal fold measured 6 mm should I be concerned ?
Thu, 22 Sep 2016
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Hello dear
I understand your concern

Normal nuchal fold dimension is 2 to 2.5 mm with normal chromosome pattern.
You have high nuchal fold thickness, it is mostly associated with chromosomal anomaly like down syndrome.
I would suggest to consult fetal medicine specialist and ub=nergo following investigations:
Quadruple test: to predict the risk of down syndrome.
Amniocentesis for chromosomal abnormality.
Hope this may help you

Contact HCM for further health query
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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Is Nuchal Fold Dimension Of 6 Mm At 21 Week Of Pregnancy Normal?

Hello dear I understand your concern Normal nuchal fold dimension is 2 to 2.5 mm with normal chromosome pattern. You have high nuchal fold thickness, it is mostly associated with chromosomal anomaly like down syndrome. I would suggest to consult fetal medicine specialist and ub=nergo following investigations: Quadruple test: to predict the risk of down syndrome. Amniocentesis for chromosomal abnormality. Hope this may help you Contact HCM for further health query Best regards Dr. Sagar